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After deputies arrived early Sunday morning to a home near Salem, their investigation led to the arrest of a man on charges of burglary first degree and assault with intent to commit criminal sexual conduct third degree. Oconee Sheriff’s Office identifies the man arrested as Christopher Glenn Carranza, 37, of Seneca. According to the sheriff’s office, deputies’ investigation revealed that […]
Read moreA Walhalla policeman injured during a foot chase of a suspect required hospital treatment. During the chase, according to Chief Tim Rice, an officer jumped a small retaining wall but landed on large nails protruding from a board. Still, the officer was able to handcuff his suspect. The individual received tickets charging public disorderly conduct and failing to accompany. The […]
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A fire in the roof of a home yesterday near Westminster apparently spread and caused some damage to the living room. No one reported hurt at the U-S 123, Westminster-Toccoa Highway address. Among the fire fighters responding shortly before 3 o’clock yesterday afternoon were Westminster and Walhalla stations.
Read moreWhat’s called a tier two priority this year of the Oconee County Council is an annex facility for voting. The priority highlights the need to improve the county’s Early Voting Precinct at the Pine Administrative Building for a more secure facility for voters. The annex facility would house council chambers, necessary office space, and secure document storage. It would mean […]
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An associate professor of construction science at Clemson, Joe Burgett, teaches students how drone technology can improve the management of construction projects through photography, photogrammetry, and the use of thermal imaging. In fact, Burgett goes by the nickname “Dr. Drone.” Burgett applied for Clemson to be included in an FAA program that prepares students for careers in unmanned aircraft systems. […]
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A meeting this month at an elementary school near Pendleton affords the public the chance to learn about state plans to better facilitate traffic at an I-85 interchange. Improvements at Interstate-85 and U-S 178 are the subject for a 5 to 7 pm public involvement meeting Tuesday, March 21 at the Mt. Lebanon Elementary School.
Read moreIf you have some time to spare next month — and wish to spend it for the public good — the Army Corps of Engineers would like to hear from you. The corps seeks volunteers to help clean up around Lake Hartwell for Earth Day. The cleanup effort could be ideal for scout groups, civic organizations, church groups, schools, sporting […]
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The men and women who set the policy for Seneca government get together tomorrow evening at city hall. The 6 o’clock meeting will make for city council’s regular March meeting.
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The West Union Town Council will meet Chloe Smith, Teen Miss Clemson, during town council’s March meeting at 5:30 tomorrow evening at town hall. Chloe is scheduled to make a presentation regarding the installation of blessing box.
Read moreWest Union – Shirley Ann McAlister Eller, 77, wife of Alvoyd Eller, passed away on Friday, March 10, 2023 at Prisma Health – Greenville Memorial Hospital. Born in Oconee County, South Carolina, Shirley was the daughter of the late Clyde Eugene McAlister and Bertha Smith Roach. Shirley was a PCA with Alliance Home Health Care. Shirley enjoyed reading, puzzles, […]
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